As the autumn season begins, it’s the perfect time of year to fill your home with warm fall colors and festive decorations. One of the best ways to bring the cozy feel of the harvest season into your home is by making a DIY Cozy Cottage Fall Garland.
Whether you hang it over your front door, drape it across your fireplace mantle, or use it as a centerpiece on your table runner, this fall garland is a great way to celebrate the new season.
Ruby Ann and I recently made this beautiful garland together. It adds a touch of seasonal decor to our living space and serves as a perfect statement piece for any room.
We even made a video showing how we put it together—check it out in the FAQ section below!
Why You Will Love This DIY Cozy Cottage Fall Garland Decor
Versatile Seasonal Decor: This garland works well anywhere—over your front door, along a door frame, or across your fireplace mantle. It’s also perfect for decorating porch railings or even as a fall wedding decoration.
Warm Autumn Hues: The mix of maple leaves, faux eucalyptus leaves, white sunflowers, pine cones, and orange fall ranunculus captures the rich autumn colors that make this time of year so special.
Easy to Make: Ruby Ann and I crafted this garland in less than 45 minutes using simple supplies from our local craft store, like Hobby Lobby. All you need is a glue gun, artificial fall garland, and a few seasonal decor items.
Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether you’re getting ready for a Halloween party, a fall wedding, or just sprucing up your home for the autumn season, this garland adds the perfect festive flair to any space.
Tips for Making DIY Cozy Cottage Fall Garland Decor
- Accessorize: Add extra seasonal decor like pumpkin garland, berry fall garland, or sunflower garland to make your garland stand out even more.
- Start with a Quality Garland: Choose a strong artificial fall garland to make sure it lasts and looks real.
- Soak Your Garland: If you’re using a grapevine base, soak it overnight. This makes it easier to shape around your door frame or fireplace mantle.
- Use a Glue Gun: Hot glue is great for securing berries, pine cones, and individual leaves to your garland. It helps everything stay in place, even during the cooler fall season.
- Mix and Match: Combine elements like white sunflower and hydrangea garlands with traditional autumn colors for a more eye-catching display.
FAQ on DIY Cozy Cottage Fall Garland Decor
Can I use this garland outdoors?
Yes! This garland is great for outdoor use, like on a fall outdoor wreath, porch railings, or your front door. Just make sure to use a garland hanger to keep it secure.
What other seasonal decor can I pair with this garland?
Matching wreaths, fall leaves, and autumn garlands go great with this garland. You could also add unlit multi-colored warm fall lights for a cozy glow. Fairy lights would look lovely on this garland too.
How can I make the garland more festive for a Halloween party?
Add fun elements like small pumpkins, orange fall ranunculus, or light fixtures to give your garland a spooky, festive look.
Where can I find the materials for this project?
You can find most of the supplies at your local craft store, like Hobby Lobby, or online from popular fall collection retailers.
Tools you may need
- Glue Gun
- Wire Cutters
- Garland Hanger
- Command Light Hooks
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Supplies you may need
Faux Eucalyptus: Adds texture and depth to your fall garland.
Twine-Wrapped Wire: Helps secure your garland and makes it easier to shape.
Grapevine Garland: A natural base for your project, perfect for your front door or fireplace mantle.
Maple Leaves: Classic fall decorations that add vibrant autumn colors.
Pine Cones(optional): Bring in a natural, rustic touch, perfect for the harvest season.
Orange Fall Ranunculus(optional): Adds a bright pop of color to make your garland stand out.
White Sunflowers or Peonies: A touch of elegance that pairs beautifully with fall colors.
Pumpkin Garland: Adds a playful, festive flair perfect for the autumn season.
How To Make A Cozy Cottage Fall Garland
- Soak the Garland: Start by soaking the grapevine garland in warm water overnight. This will help it lay flat and make it easier to work with.
- Dry and Lay Flat: The next day, take the garland out of the water, dry it off, and lay it flat. Put something heavy on it every 6 inches to help it keep its shape.
- Secure with Wire: Wrap the garland with twine-wrapped wire. This will make it more flexible and easier to bend around your front door or fireplace mantle.
- Prepare the Flowers and Leaves: Use wire cutters to cut off individual leaves and flowers, like maple leaves, orange ranunculus, and white sunflowers, from their stems.
- Put the Garland Together: Start by placing three peonies in the center of the garland. Then, add eucalyptus, paper flowers, and faux cat tail sprays wherever you like.
- Attach the Garland: Use Command light hooks to securely hang the garland in your chosen spot, whether it’s around a door frame, fireplace mantle, or porch railing.
Storage Ideas for DIY Cozy Cottage Fall Garland Decor
- Avoid Direct Sunlight: This will help the colors stay bright for next fall.
- Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Keep your garland in a labeled container in a cool, dry spot to maintain its condition.
- Wrap in Tissue Paper: For extra protection, wrap the garland in tissue paper before storing.
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DIY Cozy Cottage Fall Garland Decor (how to make)
Tools
- Scissors
- Wire Cutters
- Glue Gun
- Command Light Hooks*optional
Supplies
- Floral Flowers and Picks
- Faux Eucalyptus
- Grapevine Garland Base
- Twine-Wrapped Wire
- Clear Zip Ties
- Command Light Hooks
- Glue Sticks
How To
- To make a cozy cottage fall garland, start by soaking the grapevine garland in warm water overnight. This helps it to lay straight. The next day, take the garland out of the water, dry it off, and lay it flat on a table. Put something heavy on it every 6 inches to help it stay flat until it’s fully dry.
- Once it’s dry, wrap the twine-covered wire around the garland. This will make it easier to bend. Next, use a wire cutter to cut off the flower pieces from their main stems.
- Mark the middle of the garland with clear zip ties and decide where you want the flowers to stop. Cut off any extra garland.
- Now for the fun part! Start in the center and add three peonies to the garland. Then, add eucalyptus pieces, paper flowers, and faux cat tail sprays wherever you like.
- Use command hooks to hang the garland on your mantle so it stays in place.
- You can make this cozy cottage fall garland in less than 45 minutes, and it will make your fireplace look warm and inviting!
Notes
- Pick leaves and branches that match the colors in your home, or go with classic fall colors like orange, red, and yellow. Don’t be afraid to mix different types of leaves to make your garland more interesting to look at.
- When using a hot glue gun, use just a little bit so your garland looks nice and neat. You can make your garland special by adding small decorations like tiny pumpkins, pinecones, or acorns.
- If you want, you can also use different widths of burlap ribbon to make your garland look even better. Take your time to make sure the leaves and ribbon are spaced out evenly.
- Use twine to tie the garland together for a rustic look. Finally, hang your garland in a place where everyone can see it to make your home feel cozy for fall!
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